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How much do hostels in Lucerne cost?
Available dorm-bed prices in Lucerne, Switzerland range from $48 to $212/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 9 hostels. Cheaper dates to stay include Nov 1, Nov 2, Nov 3.
On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $51.
Based on current listed prices, November is typically the cheapest month (around $48/night) and October the most expensive (around $51/night).
At $48/night and up, Lucerne is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Switzerland.
How these prices work: Hostelworld listings, based on one night and the selected dorm-bed type. “Typical starting price” is the median of daily minimum prices across 7 contributing properties—not the typical hostel’s price. Amounts are converted to USD; verify availability and final taxes and fees on Hostelworld. Filters can narrow the advertised results below, but this summary remains citywide. Latest city scrape: 2026-09-13T00:53:53.930Z.
Cheaper dates to stay
The lower-priced dates currently available include November 1 (one night),November 2 (one night),November 3 (one night). Cheaper stay dates show when lower prices are available. They do not say how far ahead to book.
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- Backpackers Lucerne 9.5 · 2,703 reviews
- Luzern Youth Hostel 7.5 · 1,513 reviews
- Bellpark Hostel 7.8 · 1,244 reviews
- Hotel Alpha 8.5 · 430 reviews
- Young Backpackers Homestay 9.7 · 386 reviews
- Barabas Luzern 8.9 · 334 reviews
- Capsule Hotel - Lucerne Old Town 9.6 · 280 reviews
- Capsule Hotel - Lucerne TheLAB 8.8 · 158 reviews
- Hotel Rothaus Lucerne 2 reviews
Local knowledge for Lucerne
Where to stay
Most budget beds are on the lake side of the Bahnhof, along Alpenquai and nearby streets, close enough to walk the Kapellbrücke without paying Altstadt prices. The Neustadt bank of the Reuss is quieter and cheaper than the old town, and city bus lines 6, 7, and 8 all stop within a few blocks.
Getting around
- Ask your hostel for a free Guest Card on check-in. It covers all city buses and local S-Bahn within zone 10 for the length of your stay.
- For Pilatus on a budget, take the S5 train to Alpnachstad and ride the cogwheel railway up, then take the gondola down to Kriens and bus 1 back to the Bahnhof. The one-way combo is significantly cheaper than a return on the cable car from Kriens.
- Eat at the Migros restaurant near the Bahnhof. Hot plates run CHF 12 to 15, which counts as genuinely affordable in central Lucerne.
When to go
Beds are easiest and cheapest to find from November through March, outside the Christmas week, while July and August fill up fast, especially during the Lucerne Festival in mid-August when booking a week out is risky.
Frequently asked questions
How much do hostels in Lucerne cost?
On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $51. Dorm beds currently range from $48 to $212/night across the next 3 months of availability.
What are cheaper dates to stay in Lucerne?
Based on current listed prices, cheaper upcoming dates to stay in Lucerne include November 1, November 2, November 3.
How many hostels does HostelHound track in Lucerne?
HostelHound currently tracks 9 hostels in Lucerne, Switzerland.
What's the cheapest month to stay in a hostel in Lucerne?
Among the upcoming dates we track, November has the lowest median daily starting price in Lucerne. On a typical date that month, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $48/night.
Is Lucerne affordable compared to other hostel cities in Switzerland?
Lucerne is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Switzerland, with dorm prices starting from $48/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Lucerne?
Most budget beds are on the lake side of the Bahnhof, along Alpenquai and nearby streets, close enough to walk the Kapellbrücke without paying Altstadt prices. The Neustadt bank of the Reuss is quieter and cheaper than the old town, and city bus lines 6, 7, and 8 all stop within a few blocks.
What is the best time of year to visit Lucerne?
Beds are easiest and cheapest to find from November through March, outside the Christmas week, while July and August fill up fast, especially during the Lucerne Festival in mid-August when booking a week out is risky.